Tag - Diabetes
03Oct

PERKESO pays out around RM421mil annually for sugar-related ailments like diabetes, says Steven Sim

KUALA LUMPUR: Sugar-related ailments such as diabetes are costing the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) payouts of about US$100mil (RM421mil) annually, says Steven Sim (pic). The Human Resources Minister highlighted PERKESO's efforts in actively embarking on occupational safety and health matters, actively wanting to contribute to the prevention of workplace mishaps. “We also do free medical checks to...

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14May

Tests key in diabetes fight

PETALING JAYA: With millions of Malaysians being pre-diabetic, tests are important to prevent them from becoming diabetic, say experts. Malaysian Pharmacists Society (MPS) president Amrahi Buang said prevention measures would enable crucial follow-up action to be taken. On the proposal that pre-diabetes tests be made free at all pharmacies, he said it will depend on government policy. “If...

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